Fatima: The True Story
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A Great Sign From Heaven
The Marian apparitions at Fatima have not merely been approved by the Church: due to their prophetic nature, they have been given a place of prominence over all other apparitions. What did Our Lady really say? Why does Fatima continue to have such great importance for the Church and the world? Begin a journey that will help you understand Our Lady’s messages and let them transform the way you live out your faith.
What is the True Story of Our Lady of Fatima?
The Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children in 1917 in Fatima, Portugal, on the 13th day of the month from May to October. The final apparition on October 13th concluded with the spectacular “Miracle of the Sun” and was witnessed by over 70,000 people. Although many Catholics have heard of Our Lady of Fatima, most do not know the incredible story in its entirety or its crucial importance in world history, the life of the Church, and our own eternal salvation.
Why This Apparition Matters To You
Over a century after the apparitions, Our Lady’s appearance at Fatima remains a event of the greatest importance in the life of the Church. Pope Francis, who dedicated his pontificate to Our Lady of Fatima, honored the centenary with a historic visit to the site of the Marian apparitions on May 13th, 2017. You can immerse yourself in the history and meaning of Fatima from your own home by participating in this 30-day series, which will present and explain the apparitions and show you how they apply to you and your family today.
We believe it is important for everyone to know the Fatima story, what it means, and how it has dramatically unfolded in history since the original event. In the words of Pope Benedict XVI: “We would be mistaken to think that Fatima’s prophetic mission is complete.” As you read, listen, and pray through this series, our goal is for you to practice your Catholic faith in a way that will be transformative for your whole life.
Series Contributors
Father Patrick Winslow
Fr. Patrick Winslow is a priest and canon lawyer for the Diocese of Charlotte, North Carolina. Before entering the seminary, he was enrolled in a doctoral chemistry program at Georgia Tech, where he discerned a call to the priesthood through his childhood devotion to Our Lady of Fatima. He graduated in 1999 with an STB in Theology from Catholic University of America and was ordained to the priesthood. He went on to earn a JCL in Canon Law at Catholic University of America in 2012. Fr. Winslow has gained popularity through his DVD lectures with the Catholic Scripture Study International program. He currently serves as the vicar general and chancellor of the Diocese of Charlotte.
Gretchen Filz, O.P.
Gretchen Filz, O.P., is a Catholic content writer with an M.A. in Christian Apologetics. As a result of her studies in theology and philosophy at an Evangelical seminary, she discovered the truth of Catholicism and entered into full communion with the Catholic Church in 2011. A passionate convert and Lay Dominican, Gretchen lives out her vocation through prayer, study, teaching, writing, and engaging in a variety of apostolates. Her articles have provided catechesis and inspiration for Catholics around the world. She currently works in the Diocese of Charlotte, North Carolina.
150 Reviews
I highly recommend ?Fatima: 100 years? to read next if you?re looking for something good. Day 20 and I can?t stop reading! One of the most important things in history if i do say so myself!
My husband and I Also finished the Fatima series recently. Absolutely my favorite!
This is my third series so far and I?ve learned so much. I?m on day 30 of 100 year of Fatima Anniversary series and it has been a real eye opener fo me. It has made me so excited about saying the rosary and to realize how powerful saying it can be. Thank God for leading me to Good Catholic! God bless.
The series was awesome. I will be repeating it throughout the year.
I just finished this series and learned so much more than I thought I would. I am so inspired I am looking for pilgrimages to Portugal. .
I just completed the Fatima program and I am in awe!! …I am facing a major family crisis right now and this course is EXACTLY WHAT I NEED to get me battle ready! Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us!
I have done it twice and loved it. It is life changing
I’m doing the Fatima series. Super excellent. I’ve forgotten and need to relearn so many of the incredible details here.
I just completed the Fatima program and I am in awe!! I was privileged to visit Fatima for the first time last year and since then I have read quite a lot about the apparitions: Sr Lucia’s memoirs etc. When this course was advertised I felt I knew enough to keep me going and I was hesitant to sign up. But thank God I followed the prompting of the H. Spirit! I am facing a crisis right now and this course is EXACTLY WHAT I NEED to get me battle ready! Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us! Sts Francisco and Jacinta, pray for our youth! Sr Lucia, pray for us!
I just finished this series and learned so much more than I thought I would. I am so inspired I am looking for pilgrimages to Portugal. .
Finished the 100 Anniversary of Fatima and it was awesome! I learned so much. I will be reciting the rosary for the consecration of Russia and the world and for the souls in purgatory.
This is my third series so far and I?ve learned so much. I?m on day 30 of 100 year of Fatima Anniversary series and it has been a real eye opener fo me. It has made me so excited about saying the rosary and to realize how powerful saying it can be. Thank God for leading me to Good Catholic!